Lift Ticket Information
With so many lift tickets on offer at Alta, it can be hard to decide which one to choose. We've put together a comparison of all the lift tickets based on price, resort access and ski days so you can find a lift ticket that's right for you.
Alta Lift Ticket
Best value for:Skiing 1-10 days at Alta
Resorts access:Alta
Adult Rates*:Rates for the 20/21 season have yet to be released due to COVID-19. In the meantime here is an approximate price based on last season:
1 Day Ticket starting from $106 USD ($170 AUD) (online)
Set days purchased for
Available for purchase:During ski season
Alta Season Pass
Best value for:Skiing 11+ days at Alta
Resorts access:Alta
Adult Rates*:Season Pass starting from $1,099 USD ($1,758 AUD)
Days valid at Alta:Any days during season
Available for purchase:Pre-ski season (usually until end of November)
Ski City 3-10 Day Super Pass
Best value for:Skiing 3-10 days at multiple resorts
Resorts access:Alta, Snowbird, Brighton and Solitude
Adult Rates*:3 Day Pass starting from $330 USD ($528 AUD)
Days valid at Alta:Activated on its first day of use and all remaining days left on the pass must be used within the following 14-days
Available for purchase:Pre-ski season (usually until end of November)
IKON Base Pass
Best value for:Skiing multiple resorts
Resorts access:Up to 5 days skiing across multiple resorts including Alta and Snowbird. Unlimited access to 14 other resorts.
Adult Rates*:Season Pass starting from $749 USD ($1,198 AUD)
Days valid at Alta:5 days during season except blackout dates*
Available for purchase:Pre-ski season (usually until end of November)
IKON Pass
Best value for:Skiing multiple resorts
Resorts access:Up to 7 days skiing across multiple resorts including Alta and Snowbird. Unlimited access to 15 other resorts.
Adult Rates*:Season Pass starting from $1,049 USD ($1,678 AUD)
Days valid at Alta:7 days during season
Available for purchase:Pre-ski season (usually until end of November)
Alta-Bird Pass
Best value for:Skiing multiple resorts
Resorts access:Alta and Snowbird
Adult Rates*:Season Pass starting from $1,599 USD ($2,558 AUD)
Days valid at Alta:Any days during season
Available for purchase:Pre-ski season (usually until end of November)
Challenge Level
Alta is home to some of the world's best extreme terrain making it a must-visit for expert skiers. It's also known for it's good beginner terrain with wide and gentle slopes to get new skiers going! For intermediates, the resort serves up groomed blues off all its lifts.
Things To Do
Alta is all about the skiing so there isn't as many off-slope activities compared to other resorts. Activities at Alta include:
- Backcountry Tours
- Cat Skiing
- Heli Skiing
- Snowshoeing
Accessibility
Alta’s close proximity to the airport means you can plan an arrival before mid-morning and be on the slopes just after lunch! A shuttle bus is your simplest and most reliable option if you’re staying in Alta’s village. Someone else does the driving and you don’t have to worry about overnight parking! If you have more than four people in your group or family, then renting a car may be a cost effective way to go. It’s also helpful if you want to visit anywhere other than Alta or Snowbird. Otherwise an Uber (or Uber Ski if you have gear) is an option as well.
Recommended Airport:
- Salt Lake City Intl. Airport 32 miles (40 minute drive)
When To Go
Early January-mid March is the best time to visit Alta. Alta Ski Resort’s season usually begins in early December, but for best snow coverage – especially in advanced and expert terrain – consider going between early January and mid-March. This also keeps you clear of the Christmas vacation rush, when the mountain is crowded and rooms tend to be more expensive. Later in the season, there’s usually a powder storm or two in April and it’s easy to follow the sun to find the best conditions at different times of day. By the end of the season, it’s common for temperatures to get over 40 tempF, which isn’t all that great for the snow, but does make for some pleasant outdoor eating and après!
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